Getting From Edmonton to Jasper AB

Posted by Lori Henry Nov 27, 2007

If you're trying to get from Edmonton to Jasper in Alberta, things just got a whole lot easier. During the winter snow season, skiers and snowboarders can now jump aboard the Sundog Tours Company's daily bus to get the best of both cities. Transportation can sometimes be the most difficult arrangement to make during a vacation, but this new connector makes the trip sound pretty convenient year round.

The new door-to-door service departs daily and connects Edmonton International Airport, West Edmonton Mall and Jasper, AB. Starting yesterday, this corresponds to the Edmonton-Jasper Friendship Week, running until December 2, 2007 and will certainly help you visit both cities in one trip.

"Edmonton is the closest urban centre to Jasper residents and visitors where they can experience the amenities of an urban centre, including Edmonton's vibrant arts and culture scene, festivals, attractions, shopping and professional sporting events," says Ken Fiske, Vice-President, Tourism, Events and Motion Pictures, Edmonton Economic Development Corp.

This just-launched initiative was created by the new Edmonton-Jasper Access Group (EJAG). The group is responsible for promoting ground transportation between the two cities, as well as the VIA Rail Express Snow Train, which goes international.